Blue Ridge Parkway — Attraction in Hillsville

The parkway is the most beautiful place in North Carolina. With roads cutting through the mountains, exposing the rock faces and plenty of overlooks along the way, you will feel at awe gazing at the sheer size of the mountains and valleys. There are also trails to explore as well as picnic areas and even some campgrounds. You can stop by some very old cemeteries to read the tombstones. If you’re into that sort of thing as we are lol. The parkway is incredibly well maintained. You might even get to see some deer and other critters along your ride. The parkway is a must see for everyone who loves the...

Since I just moved to Tennessee and I travel to central WV often, I'm always looking for different routes! I decided to go a ways out of my way and do BRPW from mile post 0.0 to 99.5. That's how the information on most sites will describe what is where. On 0.0 is where the BRPW meets Shenandoah NP. There are many overview pullovers. You can travel S/N or N/S. I advise a stop at the 1st visitor center you see for the best information. It is a 45 mph speed limit but no stop lights on the stretch I did. There are many poi's and trails long the route! Fall would probably be the busiest season...

We love the Blue Ridge Mountains parkway! When entering off the ramp, you must decide whether you will drive the north or south parkway. The north at this point, offers a gift shop/ranger station which the south does not. But, beautiful picturesque drive either way. Several designated places to pull over and take a photo of the beautiful countryside. Picnic areas available frequently, so pack a picnic basket and enjoy the blessings...